Christine McKenny

The Most Expensive Listing In Texas Is in Bluffview, Other Dallas Homes Make The Top 10 For July

By April Towery / August 8, 2022 /

Everything’s bigger in Texas, and Dallas is home to four of the most expensive active single-family home listings in the state, according to a new report issued by the Houston Association of Realtors.  Topping the list is the $24.5 million mansion at 5411 Surrey Circle. It’s been on the market for about four months, and…

Real Estate For Your Sweet Tooth: 2021 Gingerbread Stroll Kicks Off Nov. 19

By Joanna England / November 18, 2021 /

Christine McKenny launched the Gingerbread Stroll in 2010 with perennial philanthropist Lynn McBee, raising much-needed funds for children’s charities. The event, which auctions off chef-created gingerbread houses in partner retail stores throughout Highland Park Village, celebrated 10 years last year. Christine says that year 11 is going to be even better. “It is difficult to…

The Transformation of an Old World Tuscan Home Into a Luxurious Transitional Estate

By Karen Eubank / June 14, 2021 /

Transformation requires vision. Most people will walk away from a home that needs any work or choose demolition because the thought of updating is overwhelming. And it absolutely is. However, the story of this Old World Tuscan’s transformation into a luxurious transitional estate will offer inspiration and create clarity that demolition of a perfectly good…

Pool Porn: 7 Hot Backyards That Will Make You Swoon

By Elaine Raffel / April 27, 2020 /

If sheltering in place has you going off the deep end, we’ve got a diversion. Seven spectacular swimming pools that feel more like vacation resorts—no travel or reservations necessary.

Three Top Luxury Agents Share How They’re Coping With Coronavirus And What Sellers Need to Do Now

By Elaine Raffel / March 25, 2020 /

Christine McKenny is pragmatic when talking about the state of the local luxury real estate business. “It’s a touch-and-go situation that’s going to change on a weekly, if not daily, basis. So much will depend on how quickly the coronavirus is able to be contained,” said the veteran Allie Beth Allman agent when taking everything…